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What is a Geriatric Condition?: Understanding Multifactorial Health Issues in Older Adults

According to the World Health Organization, the number of people aged 60 and over is projected to double by 2050. A prominent challenge for this aging population is the emergence of complex, multifactorial health issues known as geriatric conditions, or geriatric syndromes. These conditions are not simply typical diseases but are often linked to impairments across multiple bodily systems that make an older person more vulnerable to health challenges.